A Dining Table in the Pool?

What are some unique features you can add to a swimming pool? You can make a swimming pool your own by adding features your family will actually use, including in-pool dining tables, jumping rocks, oversized shallow areas, islands, daybeds, swings, fire features, and oversized spas. You don’t have to go conventional with your pool. Think […]
Inside a Layered Utah Backyard That Feels Like a Mountain Escape

How do you design a backyard on a sloped lot? Designing a backyard on a sloped lot starts by using the property’s natural grade rather than trying to eliminate it. In this Utah project, a series of terraces transformed a steep, unusable hillside into multiple outdoor living areas, including a pool, spa, outdoor living room, […]
The Details That Elevate Any Custom Pool Design

Key Takeaways: A pool feels better when the details match how you actually use it. — Start with lifestyle. A pool you dip into occasionally gets designed differently than one designed for a family with young kids. Consider your lifestyle when designing the pool.— Incorporate the edge into the design. A wider edge, ledges, and […]
Inside A $2M+ Utah Yard Built For A Big Family (And Designed Like A Private Resort)

Key Takeaways: This project wasn’t about adding features. It was about creating a yard this family would use every day. The pool, the spa, the sports court, the boardwalk, and the gathering spaces were all designed around one idea: keep everyone outside without the space ever feeling crowded. — Multiple destinations. The layout gives kids, […]
This Is What A Luxury Yard Looks Like In 2026

What Makes a Backyard Feel Luxurious? When people think about a luxury backyard, it’s easy to focus on the features. A larger pool. An outdoor kitchen. A covered patio. Those certainly matter, but on their own, they aren’t what makes a yard feel luxurious. A luxury yard changes the way you spend your time. It […]